1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Belmont | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |